Karve
Karve is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Karve village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karve unique in its vibrant Walwa-Sangli region. You’ll see Karve’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karve
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karve is 568360. The village spans a total geographical area of 990 hectares. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Karve village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karve village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karve
Population of Karve
According to the 2011 Census, Karve has a total population of about 2,278, with approximately 1,142 males and 1,136 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 422 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.87%, with male literacy at about 80.12% and female literacy near 65.58%. There are around 507 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karve's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,278 | 1,142 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 204 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,660 | 915 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 227 | 391 |
Connectivity of Karve
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karve. As per the 2011 stats, Karve had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karve
Knowing the nearby villages of Karve helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karve.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karve
- Where is Karve located?
- Karve village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karve?
- Karve serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Karve as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karve is 2,278, with 1,142 males and 1,136 females.
- How many households are there in Karve as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karve village has a total of 507 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karve as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karve is 72.87%. The male literacy rate is 80.12%, while the female literacy rate is 65.58%.